Ecologist/Regulatory Specialist

~ Barr provides engineering and environmental consulting services to clients across the Midwest, throughout the Americas, and around the world. ~

We have been employee owned since 1966 and trace our origins to the early 1900s. Working together, our 700 engineers, scientists, and technical specialists help clients develop, manage, process, and restore natural resources.

Headquartered in Minneapolis, we have offices in Duluth and Hibbing, Minnesota; Ann Arbor, Michigan; Jefferson City, Missouri; and Bismarck, North Dakota. In 2010, we launched Barr Engineering and Environmental Science Canada, Ltd. with an office in Calgary, Alberta.

Barr Engineering Co. has been recognized as one of the "Best Environmental Services Firms to Work For" by CE News and Environmental Business Journal.

Barr's project teams serve the power, mining, and fuels industries, natural-resource-management organizations, and others with complex problems. We pride ourselves on solving clients' problems as if they were our own. We'll bring to your projects the insights and expertise we've gained from our work on thousands of projects-and a promise to do our best work on your behalf.

Position Overview

The person in this position will work with clients and on project teams involving ecological assessments, regulatory compliance and permitting, and related technical assignments.

NOTE: Some work locations may feature rough terrain typical of remote field locations and construction sites, and may also require entering and working within facilities that include limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of industrial facilities. Job assignments may involve work on waste disposal sites and sites requiring cleanup of hazardous materials. An OSHA-mandated physical exam may be required. Safety training will be provided.

Responsibilities

•  Work tasks may include conducting and/or overseeing wetland delineations, inventories, and functional assessments; botanical and wildlife surveys; development of permit applications; planning wetland and stream restoration projects (including construction oversight); conducting environmental reviews; and negotiating with regulatory agencies
• The specialist will work with scientists, engineers, and other Barr staff-as well as with regulatory staff and clients
• This person will work to help clients address ecological and regulatory constraints and to prepare applications and reports required for project permitting and implementation
• Additionally, the specialist will assist clients with wetland and stream mitigation related to development impacts

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. in ecology, biology, botany, hydrology, soil science, or related natural resources field
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Experience with fieldwork such as wetland delineations, habitat evaluations, threatened and endangered species surveys, etc.
• Spreadsheet, word processing, and general computer skills, and working knowledge of ArcMap GIS software
• Familiarity with GPS and related field data collection methodologies
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal regulatory programs
• Flexible working style, self-motivation, and willingness to occasionally modify personal schedules as required to meet deadlines and client needs
• Willingness and ability to conduct field work, which may involve travel
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship
• Acceptable driving record

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree and/or specialized experience in ecology, botany, or other natural sciences field
• 3-8 years of experience
• Knowledge of and experience with wetland restoration design, construction observation, and wetland restoration project contracting and management
• Knowledge of and experience with Minnesota/Upper Midwest counties, state, and federal regulations and permitting processes, including wetland delineation, permitting, restoration, and establishment
• Experience in working and negotiating with regulatory agencies
• Knowledge of state and federal endangered species programs
• Experience writing and preparing state and federal environmental review and assessment documents and studies
• Experience with power, pipeline, and mining clients

To Apply

Please click "Apply" below to upload your cover letter and resume.

Barr Engineering Co. reserves the right to consider other legitimate, non-discriminatory factors that are not specifically listed.

We require proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

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